On Monday, four other stylists and myself went on a quick paced walk for an hour. It was nice and made the walk more manageable with friends with whom to share. I had to keep up. Little legs go…GO!

On Wednesday, my mom and I did a leg work out. I found a really all-inclusive one and completed the cycle once. It is my goal by the end of this fitness challenge is to complete it two times. And holy cannoli I am still sore!

Yesterday, I went on a run/walk. I ran 3/4 to 1/2 way before my lungs just said ‘NO’. I chose to quickly walk the rest of it. I want to be able to get to the 1/2 way mark running the whole way in the next 2 weeks. That is a new goal.

I am setting calorie goals as well as workout goals. I am finding a rhythm of strengthening my core, arms, legs and stretching. I am slowly adding in more cardio workouts. Slowly but surely.

Prep: Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees. Spray baking sheet lightly with a non-stick spray like Pam. Slice up your zucchini very finely. The thinner they are, the more chip like they will turn out.

Directions: Mix parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Sprinkle salt and pepper into the mix. Stir the mix. Take the olive oil and pour it on the sliced zucchini making sure they are all lightly covered. Dip the slices of zucchini into your breaded mix covering both sides and lay them out on your baking pan. Once all zucchini is covered and placed on pan, bake in the oven for 25 minutes.

My first batch!

2. Chick-fil-a Cobb Salad is delicious!
This was a healthy alternative for lunch. I used 1/3 the package of Avocado Lime Ranch salad dressing. It was one of the most satisfying healthy lunches I have had in a very long time. I found this out as I had forgotten my packed lunch at home.

3. Three bites of Talenti Gelato are so satisfying.It is healthier than true ice cream and contains less fat. I take three bites and I can walk away! IT IS A MIRACLE! Curb that sweet tooth in little to no calorie intake…brilliant.

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I’m not counting calories just yet, but I’ve committed to running twice a week (short legs have to work twice as hard!) Thanks for keeping us posted and challenging us to make adjustments in our daily health/nutrition choices!

Meet Erica Smith, the founder of Anchor Drop. She is an oncology nurse, personal trainer, and nutrition enthusiast. She currently resides in Indianapolis, with her favorite goldendoodle Bayli Hoosier. Her passions include Jesus, living life to the fullest, outdoor adventures, and finding fun ways to eat in spite of food allergies. Walk with us as we sail through the rocky waters of life together.